Players make 2 teams (red & blue). On coach`s signal, first player in each line sprints around cone & turns back to compete for the ball. First player there possesses the ball, and scores by dribbling ball across end line of the box. Second player there aims to defend the dribble. Coach can influence the drill by favouring either side when s/he feeds the ball in. Defending skills; closing down an opponent quickly, but not over-committing so that attacker can easily beat you. Encourages players to sprint hard to gain possession of the ball, also encourages dribbling skills.
This practice has no coaching points
This practice has no progressions
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